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11 Roads With 14 Cameras Busting Speeders in New York
14 cameras are busting speeders on several roads in New York State this week. The radar was installed as part of legislation, signed into law in September 2022. The cameras move around the state every week to different construction zones in an effort to get drivers to take their foot off the gas and keep workers safe.
Brownsville Recreation Center (BRC) To Get $160 Million Investment To Turn It Into A Brand New State of the Art Facility
New York City Mayor, Eric Adams, recently announced one of the major highlights of the city’s 2025 budget, the $160 million investment to completely rebuild the 70-year-old Brownsville Recreation Center, providing a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility in Brooklyn. This comes on top of previous investments, such as the Parks Opportunity Program (POP), which offers low-income New Yorkers six-month paid opportunities and training programs to help maintain and operate city parks. Additionally, the budget allocates $15 million to hire 240 full-time maintenance and operations staff to provide a second shift of cleaning services at 100 hotspots in 62 public parks across all five boroughs.
High schoolers, district attorney’s office launch quality of life initiative across Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — High school students interning with the Richmond County District Attorney’s Office are back at it this summer, assisting in tackling quality of life concerns across several Staten Island neighborhoods. “With summer now in full swing, we are proud to share that RCDA’s high-school interns...
All New Paltz students are now eligible to for a free breakfast and lunch
The “good news for everyone, just announced here hot off the presses,” according to superintendent Stephen Gratto is that the New Paltz Central School District (NPCSD) was approved for the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), a meal service option for schools to serve breakfast and lunch at no cost to all enrolled students without having to collect household eligibility applications. The grant gives all students in the NPCSD a free breakfast and lunch for the next four school years.
U.S. News & World Report names Stony Brook University Hospital among Best Hospitals in New York
Stony Brook University Hospital (SBUH) has been recognized as a 2024-25 Best Hospital by U.S. News & World Report, ranking in the top 15 in the state. SBUH climbed to a No. 12 ranking overall in New York State out of more than 153 hospitals statewide, up from No. 13 in the state last year. In addition to ranking in the top 8% overall in New York State, SBUH also rated high performing in 5 adult specialties nationwide, including Geriatrics, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Urology and Pulmonology & Lung Surgery. The announcement was made in a press release on July 16.
Hospital for Special Surgery leaders react to 15th consecutive top orthopedic ranking
Leaders with New York City-based Hospital for Special Surgery reflected on its legacy after being named as the No. 1 hospital for orthopedics by U.S. News & World Report. In 2023, HSS provided care to more than 211,000 patients and performed more than 41,000 orthopedic surgeries, according to a July 16 news release.
Knicks Owner Describes Future Of NBA With Two Frightening Words
James Dolan is not a happy camper. The NBA has signed a new media rights deal worth over $74.6 billion. However, the league has faced criticism over its new revenue-sharing model. The most prominent critic of this model is Dolan, the owner of the New York Knicks. In a letter to the NBA’s Board of ...
Home Renovation Decline Threatens Store In Johnson City, New York
When the pandemic hit and people found themselves spending more time at home, many took on home improvement projects to keep busy. This surge in DIY enthusiasm was a great boost for stores that sell supplies for such projects. However, in recent years, fewer people have been getting their hands dirty with home renovations.
Former Mets player who went from fan-favorite to villain is hoping for a 2025 comeback
The All-Star Break is always a good time for a “where are they now?” segment anywhere you look. Making the news hours before the Home Run Derby on Monday was former New York Mets fan favorite turned villain Noah Syndergaard. What is he up to?. According to Jon...
NY weather: Damaging winds expected with thunderstorms to hit Rensselaer County Tuesday
The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning at 6:39 p.m. on Tuesday in effect until 7:15 p.m. for Rensselaer County. Residents should be prepared for wind gusts of up to 70 mph. "At 6:38 p.m., severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from Wilmington to near Charlemont...
Truck Gets Stuck Under Bridge in New York State [PIC]
A large truck hit an underpass in New York state, shutting down traffic in both directions. The same railroad bridge has quite a history when it comes to impacts as well. In fact, this is the very same bridge that was struck three times in just one weekend back in late April.
NYTHA Contributes $25K to Support Cornell Equine
The New York Thoroughbred Horsemen's Association (NYTHA) has made a contribution of $25,000 to support the development of Cornell Equine. The cross-campus program, rooted in Cornell University's scientific research clinical care and education, and based at the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, aims to advance equine health and education through enhanced collaboration amongst interdisciplinary teams.
11 Roads With 14 Cameras Busting Speeders in New York
14 cameras are busting speeders on several roads in New York State this week. The radar was installed as part of legislation, signed into law in September 2022. The cameras move around the state every week to different construction zones in an effort to get drivers to take their foot off the gas and keep workers safe.
Town of Hancock Celebrates Opening of New Fishing Access Site
State, local, and federal leaders celebrated the grand opening of a new public access area right on the Delaware River in Hancock on Monday, July 15. The public area is fit for kayaks and canoes, opening up an additional wading site on the river. The project totaled between $250-$300,000 thanks...
NY weather: Prepare for strong thunderstorms in New York early Tuesday evening
The National Weather Service issued a weather alert at 4:51 p.m. on Tuesday for strong thunderstorms until 5:30 p.m. for Montgomery, Schoharie, Schenectady, Saratoga and Albany counties. Residents can be ready for wind gusts of up to 50 mph. "At 4:50 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm over Central...
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